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Training Datadog APM - Optimizing Application Performance

Course created on July 27, 2026Updated on October 5, 2026

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5 days
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10 people max.

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10 people max.

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5 days

Onsite

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Why this program matters

Without mastery of Datadog APM, DevOps teams waste 50% of their time on manual debugging of application incidents.
Undetected outages cost Fortune 500 companies an average of 200 000 € per hour.
In 2024, 82% of performance breaches stem from faulty APM monitoring, hindering scalability and exposing companies to massive customer losses.
Every delay in adoption widens the competitive gap, with rival teams resolving critical issues 3x faster.

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Learning objectives

Master Datadog APM to analyze distributed traces in production
Configure advanced instrumentation for professional applications
Develop custom dashboards and alerts for the enterprise
Optimize application performance through real-time insights
Implement Datadog APM integrations with CI/CD and hybrid clouds
Acquire certifying skills in professional APM monitoring

Program

Module 1Datadog APM: Advanced Configuration and Initial Instrumentation (agents, tracers, SDK)

In-depth installation and configuration of the Datadog APM agent in Kubernetes and Docker environments, automatic and manual instrumentation of critical applications using official libraries for Java, Python, and Go, initial trace testing on a concrete enterprise case, practical exercises to generate realistic data, validation of basic metrics, and debugging common pitfalls for smooth and high-performance deployment.

Module 2Datadog APM: Distributed Traces and Request Context (service maps, custom spans)

Exploration of end-to-end traces in microservices architectures, creation of custom spans to capture specific business metadata, building interactive service maps to visualize dependencies, hands-on workshops on a production-simulated red thread project, analysis of inter-service latencies with log-trace correlation, and optimization of sampling to handle high volumes without losing critical information.

Module 3Datadog APM: Bottleneck Detection and Diagnosis (flame graphs, CPU/memory profilers)

Use of integrated flame graphs and profilers to identify code hotspots in real time, analysis exercises on real failing applications, correlation with infrastructure metrics for holistic diagnostics, establishment of performance baselines and automated alert thresholds, practical cases on reducing response times by 40% through Datadog APM-guided refactoring, and documentation of insights for development teams.

Module 4Datadog APM: Dashboards, Alerts, and SLO Monitoring (advanced queries, notebooks)

Design of dynamic multi-view dashboards for application KPI tracking, definition of intelligent alerts based on anomalies and SLOs, use of collaborative notebooks for in-depth investigations, integration with Slack and PagerDuty for maximum responsiveness, workshops on real incident scenarios, customization of APM queries for business-specific metrics, and export/sharing of reports for team reviews.

Module 5Datadog APM: Advanced Integrations and Production Optimization (CI/CD, security, costs)

Integration of Datadog APM into GitHub Actions and Jenkins pipelines for observability as code, configuration of security and compliance rules in traces, optimization of retention and ingestion costs at scale, final exercises on the red thread project with staging deployment, code review and best practices for enterprise scalability, certification preparation, and post-training action plan for immediate ROI.

Evaluation method

Advanced MCQ on Datadog APM features
Analysis and optimization of a real-world case study
Presentation of the red thread project with trainer audit

Learning method

Sessions led by an active certified Datadog expert
Practical exercises on simulated enterprise environments
Evolving red thread project over 5 days
Detailed course materials and free access to Datadog resources

Methods, materials and delivery

The Training Datadog APM - Optimizing Application Performance program is delivered onsite or remote (blended-learning, virtual classroom, remote presence). At Learni, an industry-certified training organization, every program is built to maximize skills acquisition regardless of the chosen format.

The trainer alternates between demonstrative, interrogative and active methods (through hands-on labs and/or scenarios). This pedagogical approach guarantees concrete learning that's immediately applicable at work.

Equipment required

For the smooth delivery of the Training Datadog APM - Optimizing Application Performance program, the following equipment is required:

Mac or PC computers, high-speed fiber internet, whiteboard or flipchart, projector or interactive touch screen (for remote sessions)
Training environments installed on workstations or accessible online
Course materials, hands-on exercises and complementary resources
Post-training access to materials and educational resources

For intra-company training on a site outside Learni, the client commits to providing all required teaching materials (computers, internet, etc.) for the smooth delivery of the program in line with the prerequisites in the communicated program.

* contact us for remote delivery feasibility** ratio varies depending on the program

Skills assessment methods

Assessment of skills acquired during the Training Datadog APM - Optimizing Application Performance program is performed through:

During training: case studies, hands-on labs and professional scenarios
End of training: self-assessment questionnaire and skills evaluation by the trainer
After training: completion certificate detailing acquired skills

Program accessibility

Learni is committed to making its programs accessible. All our programs are accessible to people with disabilities. Our teams are available to adapt the pedagogical methods to your specific needs. Please contact us for any adjustment request.

Enrollment terms and lead times

Registration is possible up to 48 business hours before the start of training. All our programs are built for corporate L&D budgets and delivered onsite or remotely.

The Learni story

Founded by engineers and learning experts, Learni's mission is to make high-impact tech training accessible to teams everywhere. We work remotely with organizations across the US and Canada, in your time zone, to help teams upskill fast.

Our method

Training quality, guaranteed at every step

Before, during, after: we frame the brief, introduce the trainer, tailor the content and measure impact. You stay in control from kickoff to wrap-up.

Step 1

Rigorous trainer selection

Each trainer is validated on three criteria: hands-on field expertise, proven pedagogy and alignment with your industry.

Triple validation: technical, pedagogical, sectoral.
Minimum rating 4.8/5 over the last 12 sessions.

Step 2

You meet the trainer beforehand

30-minute video call between you and the selected trainer to validate the fit, adjust content and clear any final doubts.

Live briefing on goals and team context.
Veto right — we swap the trainer for free if needed.

Step 3

Content tailored to your context

No recycled slides. The syllabus is reworked from your real cases: tools, constraints, vocabulary, ongoing projects.

Hands-on cases drawn from your stack and projects.
Program co-written then validated by your team.

Step 4

Continuous quality follow-up

Live evaluations, 30/90/180-day check-ins and a consolidation plan. If the impact misses the mark, we rework it.

NPS, knowledge quizzes and skills self-assessment.
Satisfaction guarantee: fully satisfied or free rework.

A simple promise: you don't pay to discover the trainer on day one. Everything is validated upfront, by you.

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Our social commitment

A school kit donated to a child for every training booked

To fight inequalities in access to education, Learni donates a complete school kit to a child in need for every training booked. You build your skills, a child heads back to school.

Backpack, notebooks and essential supplies
Distributed through our partner charities
Included, at no extra cost to you

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Which tools are used in Datadog APM training?+

Hands-on work runs on agents, tracers, SDK, service maps, custom spans and flame graphs. Those tools come from the Datadog APM program itself, delivered on site over 5 days, so participants practise on the stack they will use at work.

What can participants do after Datadog APM training?+

They can master Datadog APM to analyze distributed traces in production, configure advanced instrumentation for professional applications and develop custom dashboards and alerts for the enterprise. Those are the stated objectives of the Datadog APM program at Advanced level, checked by the end-of-session assessment.

What does the Datadog APM program cover, day by day?+

Day 1: Datadog APM: Advanced Configuration and Initial Instrumentation (agents, tracers, SDK). Day 2: Datadog APM: Distributed Traces and Request Context (service maps, custom spans). Day 3: Datadog APM: Bottleneck Detection and Diagnosis (flame graphs, CPU/memory profilers). Day 4: Datadog APM: Dashboards, Alerts, and SLO Monitoring (advanced queries, notebooks). Day 5: Datadog APM: Advanced Integrations and Production Optimization (CI/CD, security, costs). The Datadog APM program runs over 5 days, delivered on site.

How is Datadog APM training assessed?+

Assessment relies on advanced MCQ on Datadog APM features, analysis and optimization of a real-world case study and presentation of the red thread project with trainer audit. Learni issues a completion certificate together with the individual assessment report at the end of the Datadog APM program, which an L&D team can file as evidence.

How much does Datadog APM training cost per participant?+

Datadog APM training is priced on quote. The amount depends on headcount, format and how far the syllabus is tailored to your team. A detailed quote is sent within one business day, and team pricing covers the whole group from the second participant.

How long does Datadog APM training take?+

5 days, available live online (US time zones) or on-site at your offices. Half-day tracks spread over several weeks are possible so the team stays operational.

Who pays for Datadog APM training?+

Most US teams pay directly through their company L&D or training budget. Learni invoices in US dollars and accepts bank transfer (ACH/wire) or card, with volume pricing for teams. A purchase order is welcome.

What do participants need to know before Datadog APM training?+

Mastery of Datadog fundamentals, experience with microservices and application instrumentation (Java, Python, or Node.js).

Is a certificate issued after Datadog APM training?+

Yes. A Learni completion certificate is issued, along with the individual evaluation report. Learni is a certified training provider and prepares for third-party certifications, but does not award them itself.

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